Patient Accounts Specialist

Talley Eye Institute • Evansville, IN

11h • $20 - $21

About The Position

Talley Eye Institute is seeking an enthusiastic Patient Accounts Specialist to join our Ophthalmic practice in the Billing department. Day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to, all the essential functions listed below: Manage the on-account report for corresponding billing cycle Review and send patient statements Transfer and apply patient payments within Billing software programs Complete patient refund requests Apply self-pay adjustments Post patient payments mailed in Generate receipts for HSA/FSA patients The right candidate for this position will: Maintain a positive attitude at all times when interacting with coworkers, surgeons, optometrists, patients, and families Possesses computer proficiency Flexibility and dependability to meet demands and changes in the workplace Ability to work in a team environment Strong communication skills, exhibit good interpersonal skills Organizational skills with attention to detail Ability to handle multiple projects effectively, Patient service oriented Essential duties and responsibilities include: Must demonstrate data entry skills, knowledge of standard office equipment Bookkeeping skills and the ability to obtain medical billing software competency Knowledge of private insurance rules and regulations Check patient accounts and make determination on claim Answers Billing phone line/takes calls from patients and insurance carriers to discuss activity on accounts Contact patients and/or insurance carriers to settle accounts Additional duties assigned by Billing Supervisor Education and experience: High school diploma Two years experience in a medical office Excellent Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Aflac, Health Clinic, Vacation PTO - Day 1 of Employment Paid Holidays Family friendly atmosphere Salary will commensurate with experience Compensation: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour Originally founded as Talley Eye Care by Terry W. Talley, MD in 1972, Talley Eye Institute has grown to now include nine specialists and provide care to patients in three states with eight satellite clinics. Talley has been the trusted and experienced leader in eye care in the area for nearly 50 years and continues to have one of the largest referring networks of optometrists in the region. Talley Eye Institute is dedicated to providing patient-centered, compassionate care with cutting-edge technology using the latest and best techniques, equipment, and trainings to provide the utmost in innovative patient care. All doctors and staff at Talley Eye Institute have a common goal of preserving, enhancing, and maximizing vision, one patient at a time.

Requirements

• Maintain a positive attitude at all times when interacting with coworkers, surgeons, optometrists, patients, and families
• Possesses computer proficiency
• Flexibility and dependability to meet demands and changes in the workplace
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong communication skills, exhibit good interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects effectively
• Patient service oriented
• Must demonstrate data entry skills, knowledge of standard office equipment
• Bookkeeping skills and the ability to obtain medical billing software competency
• Knowledge of private insurance rules and regulations
• High school diploma
• Two years experience in a medical office

Responsibilities

• Manage the on-account report for corresponding billing cycle
• Review and send patient statements
• Transfer and apply patient payments within Billing software programs
• Complete patient refund requests
• Apply self-pay adjustments
• Post patient payments mailed in
• Generate receipts for HSA/FSA patients
• Check patient accounts and make determination on claim
• Answers Billing phone line/takes calls from patients and insurance carriers to discuss activity on accounts
• Contact patients and/or insurance carriers to settle accounts
• Additional duties assigned by Billing Supervisor

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Aflac, Health Clinic, Vacation PTO - Day 1 of Employment Paid Holidays Family friendly atmosphere

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED